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I am a Clinical Social Worker and Life Coach. I’m licensed as an LCSW in North Carolina and North Dakota, with 9 years of experience working as a Psychotherapist I've worked with a diverse demographic of clients, to include working with families, specializing in grade school children teenagers, and young adults. I've also worked with clients with a myriad of diagnoses, such as anxiety, depression, ADD, ODD, relationships and adjustment issues. I possess years of experience with military service members and their families, here in the U.S. and abroad.
My approach to counseling is to meet the client where they are. I'm welcoming, compassionate, and non-judgmental. I look at the whole picture to include a client's environment and support systems to better assess the client’s needs and goals. I utilize various Evidence Based Practices and interventions, to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address depression and anxiety, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Problem Solving Therapy to address coping skills and develop problem solving strategies. Your treatment plan will be specifically designed with you for successful goal achievement. Making a decision for therapy is one that requires strength and courage. You did it! Let me help you get to your desired place of peace and joy!
Professional experience
11yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
Additional areas of focus:Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Divorce and Separation, Domestic Violence, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Infidelity, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood Disorders, Narcissism, Post-traumatic Stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Workplace Issues, Young Adult Issues
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Ms Laura is amazing! I have never had a therapist like her and she always honest. She gives me home when I feel lost. I am truly happy that I connected with her. ☺️
Written on Aug 02, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Great therapist! New to therapy for the most part and it has helped me a lot lately.
Written on Apr 15, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
She listens very well; I feel safe to tell her my problems. She helps me with a lot of the issues that I am having. Thank you very much!!!
Written on Jan 12, 2023 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Laura has brought so much self awareness to my healing journey, I look forward to everything she gives me to reflect on and have learned more about myself lately than I knew was even missing.
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
A wonderful woman, and a spectacular therapist. Friendly, and supportive yet direct, and to the point. Helped me figure out more about myself in 45 minutes than I’d ever known.
Written on Jul 01, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Always can read my mind and makes me comfortable
Written on May 17, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Laura has been an absolute God sent for me! I went from having severe anxiety and multiple panic attacks a day to having my anxiety completely under control and no panic attacks. She has helped me learn coping skills and has given me life advice. I was so nervous to start therapy but Laura showed nothing but kindness and compassion. If I ever need therapy again, I will definitely seek help from Laura again! I’m going to miss our weekly talks!
Written on Jan 28, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and parenting issues
Laura has helped me over come my key issues. I am absolutely pleased and have never felt healthier.
Written on Jan 21, 2022 after therapy with Laura for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Very helpful and understanding
Written on Nov 29, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management
Laura is very kind and listens to my concerns. I feel heard and respected and like she is there to support me.
Written on Nov 01, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Laura is 11/10 when it comes to a therapist. She is strong enough to tell me the hard truth, and welcoming, compassionate, and non-judgmental within all of her comunication.
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
She’s attentive and listens with care. She offers suggestions to issues. She’s very caring. I appreciate her professionalism.
Written on Sep 24, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Laura has been very supportive of me in our sessions - a calm prescience and full of positive suggestions.
Written on Jul 21, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Laura is very compassionate, wise and understanding her years of experience really shows through during the sessions. I always feel like I know what to work towards between each sessions with clear guidance. Love Lauras energy more than energy. Looking forward to our next sessions!
Written on Jun 23, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Laura I appreciate you girl!!
Written on Jun 10, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Laura is a warm, kind and beautiful person. She met me at my energy level and listened to my concerns. Although short, I appreciate the time I’ve spent with her and would recommend her expertise to everyone and anyone!
Written on Jun 09, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I’ve only met with Laura a couple times! She’s great
Written on May 28, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
She’s a very understanding sympathetic professional who’s feedback is based on her listening to you. She’s been a positive force during these times for me and I’m happy to have found her. Thank you.
Written on May 28, 2021 after therapy with Laura for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
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